Education Psychology Quiz 3

Which adult seems to be well informed and have the right idea about children's handedness?

Among the following students, which one is most likely to reach maximum height at the earliest age?

Based on general statistics, which one of the following students is most likely to have fewer problems associated with timing of maturation?

Kim Carlton is a new fifth grade teacher. She is surprised to learn that her school has reduced the amount of recess for all students and eliminated time for physical education in the fifth-grade curriculum. Kim believes that exercise and recess enhance academic performance. Based on national trends, why is her school (like many other schools in the U.S.) most likely reducing recess and physical education?

Child obesity and eating disorders are growing problems in the U.S. Several of Mr. Thomas's middle school students fit these categories. Which of his students most likely shows signs of anorexia?

Mr. Thomas has noticed that one of his students shows signs of anorexia and another shows signs of bulimia. If Mr. Thomas follows the guidelines for supporting positive body image, which of the following is he most likely to do?

Selena's parents divorced recently, and Selena is having difficulty adjusting to the changes in her life. According to Bronfenbrenner's bioecological model, which of Selena's social/cultural systems is most directly affected?

Nine-year-old Connor is curious about technology and wants to become an engineer. Due to changes in federal legislation, his school received a large grant that funds a special technology program. Connor is particularly excited to be one of the participants in the program. According to Bronfenbrenner's bioecological model, the legislative changes took place in which social/cultural ecosystem?

Mr. Lytle called Brenna's mother to discuss Brenna's classroom behavior and get parental support to help Brenna learn self-control. Brenna uses aggressive behavior to get her way, and today she pushed Liam and caused him to fall. Mr. Lytle instructed Brenna to take time out from the group, and he talked to her privately. Brenna's mother responded to Mr. Lytle by saying, "Brenna's that way. She doesn't realize how strong she is. She's really a sweet girl. She'll grow out of it." The parenting style in Brenna's microsystem is most likely:

Why do some researchers question the applicability of Diane Baumrind's descriptions of parenting styles?

As a sophomore in high school, Caitlin is allowed to make a lot of decisions related to her style and personal preferences. She recently asked her parents to let her take two friends and drive to a concert in Atlanta, 90 miles from their home. Her parents said they could not allow it and explained that the three girls needed an adult presence. The parenting style of Caitlin's parents most likely is:

One of the girls in Mr. Kent's class is shy and has difficulty making friends. Her social skills are immature and awkward. She usually walks to class alone, holds her head down, avoids contact with other students, and tries not to speak up in class. Based on the categories of children's popularity, this girl's behavior fits which category?

Devin watches TV several hours a day. In his favorite shows, key characters model aggressive behavior. Devin imitates the actions of these characters on the playground and in the classroom to get what he wants. He pushes other children aside to get the toy he wants or to claim the chair he wants. Devin demonstrates what type of aggression?

After recess, Cooper tells Mrs. Morris that Jeremy has cigarette burns on his chest and goes on to say that Jeremy says his mom's boyfriend did that to him last night. Mrs. Morris asks Jeremy to come with her to the nurse's office, and there she confirms the cigarette burns and the story. What is the best way for Mrs. Morris to follow up at this point?

Levi is like most other children in elementary school, learning new skills and coming to some understanding of his abilities in comparison to the abilities of peers. Based on Erikson's stages of psychosocial development, which developmental crisis is Levi learning to resolve?

Amanda has been interested in political parties during the election year and has decided that her ideas align with one party and its platform. She feels strongly about her beliefs and is becoming quite an advocate for one candidate in her state. Some of her high school friends are uncommitted and take no interest in politics. Amanda's passion for this area of interest is helping her feel more decisive about other things such as subjects she wants to study in school. According to Erikson's psychosocial model, Amanda is in what stage of psychosocial development?

Among his peers, Donivan is not a leader. He is having a hard time deciding which group of friends to follow. He is quite interested in all aspects of science and technology, but he doesn't really want to be identified as a geek. His family has wealth, but he doesn't like to risk getting into trouble by hanging out with the group of wealthy guys. Based on James Marcia's categories, Donivan seems to be in what pattern of the search for identity?

Which of the following adolescents has reached the identity status of foreclosure?

Keyshawn didn't think much about being African American until he got to high school. Then he became painfully aware of his ethnic minority status. He still wants to do well in school and become a lawyer like his uncle, but he feels alienated when he's at school. Teachers don't call on him when he raises his hand and his high grades don't seem to gain him respect. His African American friends from middle school are not interested in academics, and Keyshawn doesn't have much in common with them anymore. Based on Cross's five stages, Keyshawn is most likely in what stage in the process of nigrescence?

As one of the few African American females at her high school, Rhonda is quite comfortable talking about race, enjoys inviting friends of other races to her house, and has dated boys of different races. She feels confident in her ability to make friends and maintain relationships without regard for racial differences. For her, racial differences are not a big deal. What stage of nigrescence does Rhonda's story illustrate?

Which of the following quotes is a statement of self-concept?

By definition, self-esteem is associated with:

Manny was born in the U.S., but his parents and ancestors are from the Dominican Republic. When Manny thinks about his ethnic identity, he sees it as multidimensional. If Manny is like most people of Hispanic heritage in the U.S., he describes his ethnic identity as which of the following?

Which of the following children seems to have the most well-developed theory of mind

Quin makes sure everyone follows the rules of the game exactly as they are written on the box. His sister insists that they can alter the rules to make the game go faster, but Quin refuses to consider such a change. He tells her no one can win if they don't follow the rules. According to Kohlberg's stages of moral reasoning, what level of moral development is Quin demonstrating?

Mrs. Fuller is dealing with a classroom management issue involving an argument in one of her groups. The second graders were working at the math center and discussing the best way to share the make-believe pizza. Tomas said he should have more than the other children because he is bigger. Mrs. Fuller is dealing with an issue that is best described as:

In Jonathan Haidt's research, he identified three key principles that comprise his Social Intuitionist Model. Which of the following statements represents one of his key principles?

Which of the following students is LEAST likely to cheat on the upcoming calculus test?

Ms. Costello suspects that several of her students cheat on assignments and tests. What actions might she take if she wants to reduce the temptation for students to cheat in her classroom?